A fishy or unusual vaginal odor isn’t always a cause for concern But if you’re experiencing itching, pain, or other unexpected. Fishy vaginal odor can be due to infection, dehydration, sweat, hygiene practices, and a rare genetic condition like trimethylaminuria Occasional changes in odor that resolve with hygiene are normal. But there may be reasons why your vagina has a different smell than usual after sex Here, we consider the reasons why and whether you need to do anything about it.
There are many causes of fishy vaginal smells Two common ones are a bacterial (vaginitis) or yeast infections Hormonal changes, such as during menopause, can cause a fish smell because the vaginal tissue can get thin and drier Pregnancy and menstruation can cause odors also due to hormonal changes What does unhealthy sperm look like? In some cases, semen can temporarily change the vaginal ph, leading to a stronger odor after intercourse
Instead, rinsing with lukewarm water is sufficient. When semen mixes with the bacteria in the vagina, it can cause a sort of tangy smell that is totally normal, said dr A strong, fishy odor after sex, however, is not typical.
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